We are very proud to announce that Pepi Leti, as a first Polish producer acquired a prestigious certificate The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® for class I products, for our Minky fleece. The results of the assessment carried out in accordance with The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, attachment 4 – Product class I – showed that Pepi Leti’s Minky fleece meets the human-ecological requirements of The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® included in appendix 4, applicable to products for the youngest children.Certificated articles meet the strict criteria included in the annex XVII REACH, such as usage of azo colourants, nickel release, etc. as well as requirements for total lead content in children articles. What is especially important, The Certificate was issued by Textile Research Institute in Łódź. Textile Research Institute is a member of international association Oeko-Tex and as the only one in Poland carries out certification processes, tests and issues the certificates for textile products according to The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®.

Since 1992 The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® is the world’s leading textile safety sign. Products, which were given this label are free from harmful substances in concentration that may have a negative impact on children’s health. Does not contain pesticides Does not contain chlorophenols Does not contain formaldehydeDoes not contain allergic dyesDoes not contain forbidden azo dyesDoes not contain extractable heavy metals

In order to ensure that the textiles are harmless to health, a catalog of criteria for product certification was developed. It consists of over 100 parameters. Set up standards include not only substances that are prohibited or regulated, but also other substances that, according to current knowledge, have health implications. The scope of research also includes parameters of preventive importance. This ensures a level of security that goes far beyond the statutory guidelines.

OEKO-TEX® testing methods are based on simulation tests, that take into account possible routes of entry of chemicals into body: Through the skinThe tests are carried out using an artificial perspiration solution to determine if and in what amounts the substances present in the textile enter the body as a result of contact with the sweatAbsorption by the digestive tractIn the case of products intended for children, saliva resistance is important. This type of test is performed using artificial saliva solution.

Inhalation of harmful substances OEKO-TEX® laboratories conduct volatile emissions testing and odor determination to check the likelihood of harmful substances entering the human body through the respiratory tract. The phrase „Trustworthy Textiles” is synonymous with responsive production of textiles, security and transparency worldwide. It is recognized by manufacturers, traders, but also consumers of fashionable, functional and colourful textiles. Product class I The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® means that textile and textile toys are fully safe for children under 3 years of age. The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certifies compliance with the requirements of Annex XVII REACH, including the usage of azo colourants, nickel release, etc. as well as requirements for total lead content in children articles ICPSIA. It allows to sell textile products on the markets of EU countries, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, USA, Canada, Japan and others.

Every client buying Pepi Leti’s Minky fleece can freely use our The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® and use it, referring to its number and report number.